Ladki Bahin Scheme: e-KYC Deadline Nears, Many Women Still Facing Difficulties

With less than a week left for beneficiaries to complete their e-KYC verification under Maharashtra’s Ladki Bahin scheme, several women are still struggling to update their details due to technical issues and document challenges.

The state government has set November 18 as the deadline to finish the verification process. The e-KYC is being carried out to confirm annual family income and identify ineligible beneficiaries under the scheme.

e-KYC Progress So Far

According to government data, e-KYC has been completed for just over 1 crore women out of the total 2.63 crore registered beneficiaries. While the Women and Child Development (WCD) Department claims that most technical issues have been fixed, many beneficiaries still face software glitches and document upload errors.

Challenges Faced by Beneficiaries

Many women have reported difficulties uploading documents or verifying income details, particularly those who have lost their husband or father. Under the revised rules, income proof of these family members has become mandatory for e-KYC verification.

Other issues include:

• Missing or incorrect Aadhaar details of family members
• Inability to upload documents due to server errors
• Confusion about whose Aadhaar or PAN details can be used for verification

Local WCD offices have been directed to assist women facing such problems to ensure that no eligible applicant is excluded.

Why is the Verification Important for Beneficiaries of Ladki Bahin Scheme?

The verification drive was launched after a government audit found over 26 lakh bogus beneficiaries enrolled under the scheme. To prevent misuse, the government has tightened eligibility rules.

This change ensures that the benefits reach only those who genuinely need support. The system now cross-checks income data through PAN and bank-linked Aadhaar verification, making it more transparent.

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Conclusion

The Ladki Bahin scheme aims to empower women financially, but the e-KYC verification hurdles have created stress for many beneficiaries. With the deadline fast approaching, the state government has assured that no eligible woman will lose benefits due to documentation or technical issues.

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